Allen R. Settles

He was born on January 10, 1970 in Peoria to Ray and Darlene (Bliss) Settles.

He married Cherry McCrimmon on May 3, 2005 in Peoria.

She survives along with five children, Kristal McCrimmon, Shelly (Richard) Youmans, Michael McCrimmon, Jeremy (fiancée Valerie Ziegler) McCrimmon, Andrew (fiancée Shelby) McCrimmon all of Peoria; 9 grandchildren, Peighton, Abbygale, Noah, Cayden, Camden, Emma, Jaxton, Christopher and one on the way; one sister, Cheryl (Al) Hildebrand of Peoria; one brother, Ray Leslie Settles and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, Edith and Arthur Bliss and one uncle, Harvey Bliss.

Allen worked as a tow truck operator for many years for Billie Jo’s Parts and Towing in Peoria. He enjoyed singing karaoke, playing darts and pool, and shuffleboard. He loved his trucks and working on cars in his garage. Most of all he loved to spend time with his family, especially his grandchildren. He never knew a stranger and loved spending time with his friends.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, March 6, 2021 from 1-4 p.m. at Davison-Fulton Woodland Chapel in Peoria.

There will be no services and cremation rites will be accorded following the visitation.

Memorial contributions may be made to the family.

Online condolences may be made at www.davison-fulton.com